College of Sciences
Academic Advising
Here at the CoS Student Success we offer professional academic advising for your major, to supplement and support your Department Undergraduate Advisor. We also have Peer Mentors (current CoS students) that can assist you in planning out your academic schedule and answer general questions about your major and university policies.
What is Academic Advising:
Advising is a mentoring and learning partnership that empowers students to identify and achieve their academic and professional goals and take ownership of their education. Advising helps students navigate degree requirements, connect with resources, and support holistic growth.
Advising Tools:
Advising Syllabus
Appointments
If making an appointment with a professional academic advisor or making an appointment with your department advisor. You should try and come prepared with questions.
Drop-In Peer Advising
We offer In-Person Peer Advising Monday – Thursday 9:00 am-4:00 pm and Virtual Peer Advising on Monday – Friday 9:30am-4:00pm (VIRTUAL ONLY). Drop into the Zoom Meeting or our office (GMCS 429) any time during open hours.
CoS Student Success Center
Professional Staff Advisors
Rosalynn Ayala
Assistant Director, CoS Student Success Center
M.Ed. Postsecondary Administration & Student Affairs
As an academic advisor, I take a student centered approach to support students in their journey towards their academic and professional goals. I am a student advocate and I am committed to partnering with students to access resources and take ownership of their academic plan. Please stop by and visit us!
Contact
Office Hours: M-F 9:00am-4:00pm
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Alysa Velasquez
Academic Advisor, CoS Student Success Center
M.S. Higher Education Counseling/Student Affairs
As a Student Affairs Professional, I am an advocate for holistic student success to ensure students feel supported both personally and academically. I aim to encompass student-centered counseling in which I value the experiences and perspectives that each student brings to the table. My goal as an Academic Advisor is to be compassionate and to create positive environments for students to thrive in. I take pride in Advising and sincerely enjoy helping students navigate their life journeys!
Contact
Office Hours: M-F 9:00am-4:00pm
Fall 2023 Drop-In Hours: Mon/Wed 11am-12pm in GMCS-429
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Kaylyn Talia
Academic Advisor, CoS Student Success Center
M.A. College Counseling and Student Development
As a Higher Education Professional, I am dedicated to guiding students on their academic journey to help them realize their full potential and achieve their career aspirations. It is my role to provide each student with the tools they need to be successful which includes having meaningful conversations and asking open ended questions. I aim to holistically advise students and strive to ensure that each student I meet with feels welcomed, valued, and heard when meeting with me. I look forward to helping you!
Contact
Office Hours: M-F 9:00am-4:00pm
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